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I had a perforated eardum resulting from trying to irrigate my ear with a water-filled rubber bulb to remove ear wax after prepping a few minutes with hydrogen peroxide to create bubbles under the wax. Don't try it, especially if you are getting old, because your skin gets thinner, and your eardrum may perforate, particularly if you don't leave enough egress room for the water. Go to an ENT doctor with a lighted microscope to get ear wax removed if you leave it too long and it gets impacted.

The size of the hole was about 4 mm, and it didn't heal spontaneously even after seven months. The doctor extracted wax at that point using a lighted microscope, and there was a little piece of skin under the wax. He "freshened" (gently removed mature scar tissue from) the majority of the borders of the hole without anesthetic, with negligible pain. He stopped when it started to hurt. He put the piece of skin over the hole. This only took a few minutes. Four months later when I went back, he reported complete closure of the hole. However, the part of the eardrum over the hole was a thin, single layer of skin rather than the multiple layers in the original intact drum. He was not sure whether the new skin would thicken later. He advised against doing anything that put a lot of barometric pressure on the drum. I will go back to him again in another six months or so to see if the skin has thickened. Meanwhile, I can swim without a waterproof ear band, and that is good news. I don't know whether a fat plug or other type of myringoplasty would have been a better idea for a thicker growth (see http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2691897/ ). I had not known about this article when I went to the office, and am not sure whether the gelfoam used in the middle ear dissolves later. Apparently this approach can also be done in the office under local anesthesia, if I understand correctly, and that is likely what I will try if my perforation opens again. Something to keep in mind is that the code for the procedure the doctor used on me is for myringoplasty, which is a general term. The retail cost was well over $2,000, with Medicare and insurance covering it at a vastly lower rate. So if you're going to get this skin patch thing done at retail, it might be a good idea to talk to the doctor first about the price. It took about 15 minutes of his time. Best of luck to all you swimmers and surfers and others out there who have eardrum damage. See you at the beach.View Thread

https://sunild1204.wordpress.com/2015/01/21/bronchial-asthma-common-cold-pranayam-deep-breathing-exercise-cure-mechanism/EXERCISE 1: (CONTROL PAUSE STARTING WITH INHALE)To build CO2, good for COLD & COUGH and Asthma issues================================================1) Select a location either garden or near window where fresh air is available.2) Sit in a relaxed position, upright position.3) Take a small INHALE and EXHALE.4) Now, take a small INHALE5) HOLD or PINCH your NOSE and count 1001, 1002â€¦.(1001 = 1sec)6) Try holding for at least 25-30 seconds or more. Hold till STRONG URGE TO BREATH.7) Release your nose, take a deep breath IN and RELAX, then exhale slowly in small bursts to finish off full exhale. Repeat step 3 to 7 for 5 times.

EXERCISE 2: (CONTROL PAUSE STARTING WITH EXHALE)To build CO2, good for COLD & COUGH and Asthma issues================================================1) Select a location either garden or near window where fresh air is available.2) Sit in a relaxed position, upright position.3) Take a small INHALE and EXHALE.4) Now, EXHALE slowly making sure your lung is empty.5) HOLD or PINCH your NOSE and count 1001, 1002â€¦.(1001 = 1sec)6) Try holding for at least 20-25 seconds or more up to 40 seconds. Hold till STRONG URGE TO BREATH.7) Release your nose, take a DEEP breathe IN and RELAX and then EXHALE slowly in small bursts to finish off full exhale. The goal here is to increase control pause to around 40 seconds gradually.9) Those with HIGH Blood Pressure and Cardio Vascular issues should do this exercise moderately for around 3 times only.10) Repeat step 3 to 7 for 5 times.View Thread

I have this same clicking that you are all talking about hearing. I was also concerned about this so i asked my cardiologist about it when i saw him last. He said it is my Mitral valve prolapse which I did know I had. Now I don't know if there are other reasons you can hear the clicking as I did not ask bc I felt I got my answer. I don't hear the clicking all the time but when I do I go online to try and find other people who this affects and today I just happemed to find this discussion.View Thread

After the last 24 hours of excruciating pain and having tried Tylenol Regular and Sinus and heating pads,...

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After the last 24 hours of excruciating pain and having tried Tylenol Regular and Sinus and heating pads, this morning I took Aleve as a last resort. Problem solved. It occurred to me that a pinched nerve was causing the erratic pain. The pain had started after I had put Moth-a-Way sachets in my closets and drawers. Then I removed them because I couldn't stand the smell. The Aleve worked (for now) and hopefully this is the end of the problem. Hope this helps other people.View Thread

I have had this problem myself. And have found that 1 ml. of mucomyst (Acetylcysteine) mixed in 14ml of normal saline and then instiled via the nares with your head slightly inverted and then pinch the nares and use gentle preasure to move the solution into the inner ears. Allow to this solution to set for a short time and it thins the fluids and allows drainage to occur. I am then able to blow and clear my sinus and ears.View Thread

I had the same problem as everyone here. I used some swimmers ear & took a decongestant-- seems to be...

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I had the same problem as everyone here. I used some swimmers ear & took a decongestant-- seems to be helping, it's not crackling anymore when I have a hiccup/burp/cough. Seems like it might have been fluid behind my eardrum- which is weird because I haven't been swimming. I feel a slight pain after cleaning it but the noise is gone. I am flying out of town Tuesday, so I hope it's not an ear infection or something- I'd hate for my eardrum to explode on the flight. Seem to have a slight loss of hearing sensitivity. Going to the doctor Monday. Will update if anyone is still having this problem.View Thread

mine feels the same way and im kinda scared that it could be throat cancer but i dont know the doctor said i...

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mine feels the same way and im kinda scared that it could be throat cancer but i dont know the doctor said i dont have strep throat but it hurts and gets worse every day any suggestions on what i should do?View Thread

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Every time I feel under the weather I start drinking chamomile and peppermint teas with lemon and drinking it will its still steaming. I also drink chicken broth when I have no appetite. It always help and seems to make me more comfortable during the miserable cold. I also sweat out a fever.View Thread

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Just had my nose cauterized for the 3rd time in a month (1 high up, 1 middle, 1 lower down nasal passage) with silver nitrate. I have eaten foods at room temperature and refrained from blowing my nose for a week after procedure. I clean the nasal passage gently with a cotton tip twice a day and spray a steroid based nasal spray just before bed. So far so goodView Thread

I have over 50% hearing loss, fullness and loud tinnitus in my right ear for the last 4 months. I've had a balance test which was normal and an MRI — (Followed to the Meniere's Disease Protocol as requested by the Doctor). The MRI showed bi-lateral excess of fluid in my inner ears which the doctors refer to as hydrops. My current diagnoses from the doctor, is that this is coming from a migraine gene (after hearing about my family history). They have put me on a diuretic and we are waiting to see if I get any relief. They mentioned one other medication they can try if this current diuretic doesn't work. The doctors were frank with me in saying they don't know my prognoses and they are trying to help me get better but there are no clear answers for this type of problem and everyone's results have been different. I see a lot of posts here of people with the same problem but no updates, no follow-up, does this mean that no one gets better from this problem? I was told to avoid stress, to exercise, eat well and get a lot of rest (which can be hard when there's so much noise in your head). On my own, I've decided to follow the "John of Ohio Meniere's Disease Regime" (you can google search to find it) I can at least say that the violent attacks of tinnitus have calmed. I still have highs and lows every day but at least the highs where my head is ringing/roaring so loud I can't take it have mellowed out. I started this "John of Ohio Regime" several weeks before taking the diuretic along with a low sodium diet, eliminated caffeine, chocolate, sugar and alcohol (which I rarely drink). I experienced a difference in the tinnitus so at least I know that this works for the tinnitus. I admit it still rings and some days are louder than others but the violent attacks are gone. This is a roller-coaster with highs and lows of hearing loss and tinnitus. It can make you feel isolated and alone because it's so difficult to hear. If anyone gets better by something they have done or found, please post it here so we may all find some kind of relief.View Thread

This is an old medicine type of tip but it has worked for me and my family every time. All you need to do is...

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This is an old medicine type of tip but it has worked for me and my family every time. All you need to do is apply a compress of urine (yours or someone else's) directly to the site of the injection (wrap arm and compress in plastic bag) overnight. Then shower the next day. This should heal it completely. If there is any pain left, repeat the process for one more night and you should be all healed.View Thread

My daughter has that! Don't worry as long as you take your thyroid medicine you will be fine! the nodule will go down if you take your medicine and not skip the doses. My daughter sometimes skips and it can get bigger or not continue to shrink. The endocrinologist said every time she looks at people she can tell who has thyroid problems when she sees popped eye and swollen gland on the throat. I wonder why this is so common today.View Thread

For about 3 months I have had to clear my throat several times a day of Mucus. It is a gray color not yellow....

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For about 3 months I have had to clear my throat several times a day of Mucus. It is a gray color not yellow. At the same time I have had a burning under my chest bone. Always there but some times just enough to keep you aware that it is there an other times fairly sever.I am 73 years old but in excellent shape. I work out several times a week and keep very busy all day every day. I eat good food, don't smoke and drink socially. 175 lbs 6 ft tall. White male. Eat mostly fish and chicken meals. Meat about once a week. Don't touch soft drinks. 1 cup of coffe a day. I take Diovan for blood pressure and colestoral pills. Any hope for me ??View Thread

For about 3 months I have had to clear my throat several times a day of Mucus. It is a gray color not yellow....

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For about 3 months I have had to clear my throat several times a day of Mucus. It is a gray color not yellow. At the same time I have had a burning under my chest bone. Always there but some times just enough to keep you aware that it is there an other times fairly sever.I am 73 years old but in excellent shape. I work out several times a week and keep very busy all day every day. I eat good food, don't smoke and drink socially. 175 lbs 6 ft tall. White male. Eat mostly fish and chicken meals. Meat about once a week. Don't touch soft drinks. 1 cup of coffe a day. I take Diovan for blood pressure and colestoral pills. Any hope for me ??View Thread

I recently had a VNG test at a local neurology center. It was so painful that I could not make it through it,...

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I recently had a VNG test at a local neurology center. It was so painful that I could not make it through it, I had to beg them to stop.

The first two parts of the test were awkward and uncomfortable, but not painful. But the last part involved inserting something into my ear and blasting me with hot air. The pain was excruciating -- like a needle being plunged deep into the ear, and then unleashing air with the concentrated fury of a fire hose. I knew I was in trouble about fifteen seconds into it, by thirty seconds I was emitting loud expletives and by forty I had yelled for them to stop. The technicians inquired as to whether I was experiencing nausea, which I definitely was, but that was nothing in comparison with the intense pain of being stabbed deeply in the ear and blasted with incredibly forceful air.

I could not proceed with the rest of the test, and informed my doctor never again would I submit to a VNG. A day later, my ear is still killing me, I'm still queasy, and I'm not hearing all that well.

I've been reading online about VNGs and incredibly, there seem to be no warnings about the intense pain involved -- only about dizziness and nausea. I can't figure out whether the horrible intensity of the experience is being glossed over by the medical community or whether they just botched my case something awful. In any case, I want people considering a VNG to be informed of how horrendously painful it can be. It is not fun to have your ear stabbed and blasted with an intense air stream. And I cannot fathom how it can possibly be safe. In my opinion this is a procedure that the medical community needs to find a safe alternative to, and fast.View Thread

I recently had a VNG test at a local neurology center. It was so painful that I could not make it through it,...

Posted by An_250160

I recently had a VNG test at a local neurology center. It was so painful that I could not make it through it, I had to beg them to stop.

The first two parts of the test were awkward and uncomfortable, but not painful. But the last part involved inserting something into my ear and blasting me with hot air. The pain was excruciating -- like a needle being plunged deep into the ear, and then unleashing air with the concentrated fury of a fire hose. I knew I was in trouble about fifteen seconds into it, by thirty seconds I was emitting loud expletives and by forty I had yelled for them to stop. The technicians inquired as to whether I was experiencing nausea, which I definitely was, but that was nothing in comparison with the intense pain of being stabbed deeply in the ear and blasted with incredibly forceful air.

I could not proceed with the rest of the test, and informed my doctor never again would I submit to a VNG. A day later, my ear is still killing me, I'm still queasy, and I'm not hearing all that well.

I've been reading online about VNGs and incredibly, there seem to be no warnings about the intense pain involved -- only about dizziness and nausea. I can't figure out whether the horrible intensity of the experience is being glossed over by the medical community or whether they just botched my case something awful. In any case, I want people considering a VNG to be informed of how horrendously painful it can be. It is not fun to have your ear stabbed and blasted with an intense air stream. And I cannot fathom how it can possibly be safe. In my opinion this is a procedure that the medical community needs to find a safe alternative to, and fast.View Thread

eureka! first of all thank you for everyone for all the tips and suggestions. knowing that there are others who have experienced what i have is enormously comforting.i have been suffering from all the symptoms listed here for at least 10 years, but have never gone online to figure it out. it's very interesting to me that the medical world doesn't seem to be able to offer anything of real value in terms of cause or relief.i did go to my pcp once and happened to get a nurse who said that i have small eustacian tubes. she suggested claritin which i have taken daily which has helped both my allergies and the frequency of the ear pain. yesterday's pain was worse than usual which prompted me to go online and i found you! the massage helped tremendously but since i have been burning essential oils in the house recently i decided to massage with eucalyptus oil instead of cream. i was amazed that i could even massage it when i normally can't even touch it. it worked! after about 15 minutes i noticed the pain starting to go away. after about 1 1/2 hours my ear was actually cool! i couldn't believe it, because normally it feels like it's on fire and radiating heat outwards. i went to bed and only had minimal ear pain. i woke up with a hot ear but not painful and have reapplied the eucalyptus oil again and have confidence it will do the same as last night. i hope this helps others. i bought the oil at whole foods. my only connection that could have caused this was increased sugar and flour over the last few days (holiday cookies!) so i wonder if the extra sugar and flour had caused more inflammation somehow in my nasal passages and ear tubes. just a thought. i know all of you are always trying to figure out the cause, however, it's very sporadic and usually not related to anything obvious.good luck to all and let me know if this helps you too.View Thread

My son is 10 months old and when he was a month he had hopping cough and i took him to the doctors 3 times and they didnt pick up on it so i took him to the hosbital and they said he had hopping cough and since i i keep taking him to the doctores because he keeps becoming ill hand 2 weeks ago they prescribed hime with some medicen and he finished it on sunday and he was ill again on monday what could it beView Thread

Hi!Everything started in July with a feeling off balance at work!I went to mygeneral Gp.She said that i have mucus in my nose and infection in my ears,but the dizzy feeling was there.I went to Ent specialist- they did scopy and said that i have allergy.I did a blood allergy test and it said that i realy have allergy.I went to allergy doctor-tryin almost evrything(nasals sprays,steroids pils and antihistamins)but the presure in my ears was kiling me.I started allergy shots from 2 months.was fine for a while but after some kinde of virus before 3 weeks i started to feel worse off balance again.I cant work.I am feeling fullness and pressure in my right ear.in my allergy doctor`s office i saw Ent specialist.They did audio tests (was fine),they did Ct scan on my sinus was fine too , except showing little mucus in my nose.they said that i am fine and i need give time to go away.but i cant stand it -dizzynes and off balance make me staying in my bed all day.I still feel the presure in my ear and thick mucus behind my nose and i can not take it out.I dont know what to do! i am thinking abot ETD but Ent doctor didnt said anything about that......View Thread

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